The Five Boroughs

New York City is made up of five boroughs: the Bronx, Brooklyn, Manhattan, Queens and Staten Island. Each one has enough attractions—and enough personality—to be a city all its own. Learn more about them with this guide.

Lavender Lake

383 Carroll St. (bet. Bond and Nevins Sts.)

Brooklyn, NY 11231

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This former carriage house serves up an innovative menu of artisanal cocktails, along with a selection of small plates like fried brussels sprouts and mini grilled cheese sandwiches, as well as entrées like crispy pork belly. In the summer months, the festivities move to the spot's 1,600-square-foot patio—expect everything from open-air film screenings and DJ nights to pig roasts.